Wednesday, October 10, 2007

His and Hers

Not wanting to ignore the other half, today's post is dedicated to closet space that accommodates both sides of the equation.

Separate but equally beautiful dressing rooms were designed for a Chicago couple by Alessandra Branca. (Photography by Alan Shortall for Veranda Magazine, October 2001).

Below are the dressing rooms of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor (pictured above). In 1998, Sotheby's auctioned off the contents of their famously stylish wardrobe to an adoring public. My very first job as a clueless young grad was to give private tours of the pre-sale exhibition. (Pardon me while I date myself).

A pair of Chinese Chippendale style pagodas flank the dressing area of the Duchess of Windsor. Most of the shoes in the closet are designed by Roger Vivier.

The Duke of Windsor preferred the designs of Peal & Co. for his velvet slippers. Just imagine the ascots and jodhpurs this closet has seen.

I dream about closets like these! Some day I will have one. The Duke and Duchess are such icons. Look at the guy - he just oozes style. I love the pagoda etagere's, they're so flashy just like that hussy duchess - just kidding. You have got to love a women who got a guy to give up the throne for her. She must have been one special lady! You always find the coolest stuff - Thanks

I'm inspired! I am still dreaming of my own boutique closet. I have the space for it, and the plans to do it, but no time to get to it now. To tell you the truth, I've only envisioned the "her" side thus far. The chandeliers, the sparkle, the pink. Thanks for reminding me my husband might like a little manly touch somewhere. Somewhere small. :-)